Is the BBMF Flying Near Bradford Today?
Wondering whether the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight is due over Bradford? This page tracks the next scheduled BBMF appearance within range of Bradford, drawn from published UK NOTAM data and the official 2026 display schedule.
BBMF near Bradford — status
No upcoming BBMF appearances are currently scheduled near Bradford. The most recent nearby appearance was on Sunday 12 July 2026 — Ilkley (8.3 NM from Bradford).
Most recent nearby appearance: Sunday 12 July 2026 — Ilkley
BBMF appearances near Bradford
The BBMF appears across the UK throughout the display season, transiting to airshows, flypasts and commemorative events. Because the aircraft cover long distances between engagements, Bradford and the surrounding area can fall under a transit route or display box even when the event itself is nearby. Any BBMF appearances matched within roughly 20 nautical miles of Bradford are listed above as they are published.
Previous appearances near Bradford
- 12 Jul 2026 — Flypast — Ilkley (11:27–11:57 BST)
- 4 Jul 2026 — Flypast — Pontefract (11:50–12:20 BST)
- 21 Jun 2026 — Flypast — Lotherton (13:55–14:25 BST)
- 20 Jun 2026 — Flypast — Lotherton (12:05–12:35 BST)
- 7 Jun 2026 — Flypast — Skipton (13:15–13:45 BST)
- 23 May 2026 — Flypast — Bingley (15:10–15:40 BST)
⚠ Proximity note: These entries are shown because a BBMF flypast or display fell within approximately 20 NM of Bradford.
This does not mean the aircraft were directly overhead — always check the specific location of the event.